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Srisoonthorn Rd B420mn upgrade gets big support
Srisoonthorn Rd B420mn upgrade gets big support
Saturday 2 August 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: A B420 million project to upgrade Srisoonthorn Rd (Route 4025) has gained much public support, Srisoonthorn Mayor Chalermpol Kerdsup has told The Phuket News.
Truck crash at Darasamut Underpass injures three
Truck crash at Darasamut Underpass injures three
Friday 1 August 2025 01:03 PM
PHUKET: Police are investigating a multi-vehicle accident involving a semi-trailer truck at the Darasamut Underpass that left three people injured earlier today (Aug 1). The wreckage has since been cleared and traffic is now flowing freely through the tunnel.
Into the light: Highways Dept to spend B50mn on underpass lighting
Into the light: Highways Dept to spend B50mn on underpass lighting
Sunday 27 July 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: The Phuket Highways Office has confirmed it will install new lights to improve visibility in the Darasamut Underpass, which police have rated the most dangerous underpass for accidents on the island.
Highways Dept moves ahead with new ‘Koh Kaew Flyover’
Highways Dept moves ahead with new ‘Koh Kaew Flyover’
Saturday 26 July 2025 11:00 AM
PHUKET: The final public meeting for a new major road linking Pa Khlok to Kathu via a ‘Koh Kaew Flyover’ was held earlier this week, as the Phuket Highways Department prepares to finalise its feasibility study and submit the project for official approval.
Disaster chief silent on ‘lessons learned’ on Phuket road safety
Disaster chief silent on ‘lessons learned’ on Phuket road safety
Friday 18 July 2025 12:34 PM
PHUKET: The Phuket Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office (DDPM Phuket) has yet to reveal any “lessons learned” in its analysis of road accidents in Phuket despite the number of fatalities in Phuket road accidents this year falling greatly.
Woman killed after truck hits motorbike
Woman killed after truck hits motorbike
Friday 18 July 2025 10:47 AM
PHUKET: A woman riding pillion on a motorbike died after being hit by a six-wheeled truck on Wiset Rd in Rawai yesterday afternoon (July 17).
Police make major traffic changes at Koh Kaew
Police make major traffic changes at Koh Kaew
Tuesday 15 July 2025 09:19 AM
PHUKET: Authorities have agreed on a set of measures aimed at reducing traffic congestion at the notoriously busy Koh Kaew Intersection, following a collaborative meeting between police, local leaders, and transport officials yesterday (July 14).
Phuket’s pink ‘Pho Thong’ are gone
Phuket’s pink ‘Pho Thong’ are gone
Sunday 22 June 2025 12:00 PM
PHUKET: The iconic pink ‘Pho Thong’ buses that for decades trundled along the streets of Phuket Town have now all gone ‒ replaced with 24 new ‘EV’ electric buses bought from China costing more than B5 million each.
Police fine foreign supercar drivers for illegal parking
Police fine foreign supercar drivers for illegal parking
Thursday 5 June 2025 09:39 AM
PHUKET: Phuket City Police are receiving praise on social media for treating all drivers equally after issuing traffic tickets to several foreign tourists who parked luxury supercars in no-parking zones in front of a popular restaurant in downtown Phuket.
Darasamut Underpass to close for cleaning, electrical repairs
Darasamut Underpass to close for cleaning, electrical repairs
Friday 23 May 2025 09:31 AM
PHUKET: The Darasamut Underpass will be closed overnight for two nights to allow for cleaning and electrical system maintenance.
Parcel company probed for encroaching on street, causing traffic woes
Parcel company probed for encroaching on street, causing traffic woes
Friday 23 May 2025 09:16 AM
PHUKET: A parcel delivery company on Chao Fa East Rd in Wichit is under investigation for allegedly encroaching on public land and causing traffic obstructions, following complaints from local residents.
Heavy rain brings minor flooding
Heavy rain brings minor flooding
Monday 12 May 2025 12:29 PM
PHUKET: Heavy rain lashed Phuket Province this morning (May 12), prompting authorities to maintain close monitoring of potential flooding across multiple districts.
Tunisian tourists caught trying to dodge wheel clamp in Phuket Town
Tunisian tourists caught trying to dodge wheel clamp in Phuket Town
Friday 9 May 2025 10:24 AM
PHUKET: Two Tunisian tourists were caught red-handed in Phuket Town after attempting to outsmart traffic enforcement by removing a police-installed wheel lock and changing their car's tyre in a no-parking zone.
Samkong Underpass to close for lighting repairs
Samkong Underpass to close for lighting repairs
Friday 9 May 2025 09:00 AM
PHUKET: The Phuket Highways Office has announced that the Samkong Underpass will be closed overnight tonight (May 9) so that repairs can be carried out to the lighting system in the tunnel.
Taxi driver charged after blocking ambulance, patient dies
Taxi driver charged after blocking ambulance, patient dies
Tuesday 29 April 2025 11:34 AM
PHUKET: A taxi driver has been charged with obstructing an emergency vehicle and violating the rights of a patient after allegedly blocking an ambulance in Kamala, leading to the death of a 62-year-old man.
Traffic Police praised for quick action after three-car pileup
Traffic Police praised for quick action after three-car pileup
Monday 28 April 2025 04:57 PM
PHUKET: Four traffic police officers were praised for their quick response following a three-car collision that caused major traffic congestion on Thepkrasattri Rd this afternoon (Apr 28.
‘Big Pu’ orders Patong arrest of reckless riding Frenchman
‘Big Pu’ orders Patong arrest of reckless riding Frenchman
Tuesday 22 April 2025 01:55 PM
PHUKET: A Frenchman has been arrested and charged in Patong for reckless driving after he was caught running red lights, making excessive noise and not wearing a helmet.
Governor inspects expansion of Tha Reua shortcut
Governor inspects expansion of Tha Reua shortcut
Tuesday 22 April 2025 08:39 AM
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Sophon Suwanarat visited the site of a key road expansion project behind Wat Tha Ruea in Srisoonthorn yesterday (Apr 21), as part of efforts to ease growing traffic congestion in the area.
Truck crash topples power poles, closes road on Kata Hill
Truck crash topples power poles, closes road on Kata Hill
Friday 11 April 2025 01:47 PM
PHUKET: Motorists are being urged to avoid using Patak Rd over Kata Hill, between Kata and Chalong, after a 10-wheel truck skidded on the wet road and slammed into three power poles, bringing the power poles and power cables down onto the road.
Campaign to arrest drunk drivers underway
Campaign to arrest drunk drivers underway
Friday 11 April 2025 11:01 AM
PHUKET: The campaign to crack down on road safety began at midnight last night, with Patong Police arresting at least six foreign nationals for drunk driving in the early hours of this morning (Apr 11).

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